- Matchup: Miami Hurricanes vs Stanford Cardinal
- Event Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
- Venue: Stanford Stadium, Stanford, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Lines: Cardinal (+24.0)
- Point Total: 47.5
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The Stanford Cardinal, who finished last season with a 4-8 record, face off against the Miami Hurricanes, boasting a 13-3 record from the previous year, at Stanford Stadium on Friday, September 4, 2026. According to oddsmakers, Stanford is entering this matchup as 24-point underdogs, with an over/under set at 47.5.
Last season concluded for the Miami Hurricanes with a 13-3 tally. Their most recent game saw them face the Indiana Hoosiers, resulting in a 27-21 defeat. Analyzing the team’s performance, the Hurricanes allowed 131 yards on 45 rushing attempts, averaging just 2.9 yards per carry. In terms of the air game, they conceded 16 completions out of 27 attempts for a total of 186 yards, achieving a completion rate of 59.3%. By the end of the game, Miami executed 53 plays, accumulating 342 total yards. Their rushing attack managed to gain 110 yards on 21 carries, averaging 5.2 yards per attempt.
When it comes to scoring, the Miami Hurricanes averaged 30.9 points per game (PPG). Their ground offense accounted for an average of 151.8 yards, placing them at 77th nationally. Over the course of the last season, Miami totaled 6,480 offensive yards, with 32 touchdowns through the air and another 29 on the ground. The team secured 349 first downs and faced 112 penalties resulting in 917 yards, while also turning the ball over 14 times.
Defensively, the Hurricanes allowed 3,278 passing yards, ranking 126th in college football. In 16 games, they yielded an average of 204.9 passing yards per game with a completion percentage against of 59.8%. In total, they allowed 294.1 yards per game, ranking them 12th in Division 1. The defensive unit gave up 13 passing touchdowns and an equivalent number of rushing touchdowns, allowing just 3.0 yards per carry and an average of 89.3 rushing yards per game. The Hurricanes’ defense ranked 5th in the nation, giving up only 14.8 PPG throughout the campaign.
The Stanford Cardinal concluded their previous season with a 4-8 record. Their last performance was a win against the Hawaii Warriors, wrapping up the game with a score of 37-27. Overall, Stanford finished with 483 total yards on 71 plays, averaging 6.8 yards per play. The Cardinal’s rushing game posted an impressive 4.7 yards per carry, totaling 173 yards on 37 attempts. Defensively, they limited opponents to 22 rushing attempts for just 46 yards (2.1 yards per carry) and their pass defense allowed a completion rate of 60.4%, giving up 279 yards on 32 completions out of 53 attempts.
In terms of scoring efficiency, the Cardinal ranked 123rd in Division 1, averaging a mere 18.8 points per game. With an average of 306.5 yards per game, they found themselves in 125th position among D-1 teams. The Cardinal offense accrued 640 penalty yards over 72 infractions, ranking 85th in college football for unnecessary yardage. Last season, they threw 12 interceptions and fumbled the ball five times while securing 209 first downs. They passed for a total of 2,664 yards, averaging 222.0 passing yards per game, placing them 73rd nationally, while averaging just 84.5 rushing yards per game with a total of 1,014 rushing yards for the year.
On defense, Stanford allowed 1,432 rushing yards (119.3 yards per game) and conceded 17 rushing touchdowns last season. They also surrendered 22 passing touchdowns and allowed 288.9 yards per game through the air, ranking them 136th nationally. Over the season, they conceded a total of 350 points, totaling 10 fumbles and 4 interceptions. Defensively, Stanford participated in 826 plays, ranking them 55th in the nation. They allowed 29.2 points per game, placing them 96th in Division 1.
Who will emerge victorious in this college football clash between the Hurricanes and Cardinal, especially against the spread?
Expert Prediction: Bet on the Cardinal +24.0
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